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It was a damp start on Saturday morning, but by 10:30 or so, the sidewalks of Langdon Crescent were bustling with shoppers hungry for home baking, authentic cuisine, and something fresh from the source.

Moose Jaw’s Homegrown Farmers’ Market runs every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. until Thanksgiving, offering everything from locally-grown vegetables and canned preserves to authentic Mexican food, 3D-printed game accessories, honey, tea, and pastries. And whether the skies are clear or cloudy, the vendors show up.

When it comes to lightning, it’s not always the bolt you see that puts you in danger. That’s the message from Environment and Climate Change Canada’s Dr. Brian Mills, who says most injuries from lightning strikes don’t come from a direct hit — they happen from indirect energy travelling through the ground or nearby structures.

A new book launched at the Moose Jaw Public Library last week by author and historian Catherine Clement examines the dark past of the 1923 Chinese Exclusion Act. 

The Paper Trail to the 1923 Chinese Exclusion Act crowdsources hundreds of stories from families and draws on extensive research to uncover the experiences of Chinese Canadians during that period. 

Moose Jaw’s Jade Pavey is sharing her story of recovering from addictions, how Ranch Ehrlo helped with that journey and how she is now helping others struggling with addictions. 

Pavey was born in Saskatoon to parents who were 16, almost 17, years old and still finding their way in the world. Her dad went to school and became an EMT, while her mom quit school to look after the kids. 

With less than a year to go until the 2026 World Cup, political tensions and U.S. policy threaten to pose problems as Canada, the United States and Mexico prepare to co-host the tournament.

Next year’s FIFA World Cup will be the biggest ever, with the three countries hosting a record 48 teams. Between June 11 and July 19, they will play 104 matches, most of them in the U.S.

Avery Shenfeld doesn't think the Bank of Canada will cut its benchmark interest rate at its decision on Wednesday, but if it does, he said it will be a "pleasant surprise."

"There's always a chance that they'll surprise with the rate cut," the chief economist of CIBC said.

Most economists are also expecting the Bank of Canada will hold its policy rate steady at 2.75 per cent for a third consecutive decision later this week.

The Supreme Court of Canada has dismissed a request to hear an appeal from Achter Land and Cattle regarding an earlier court decision that found a thumbs-up emoji served as an agreement to a grain contract. South West Terminal launched a claim for damages after Achter Land and Cattle failed to deliver on the contract.

800 CHAB, Country 100, and Mix 103 broadcasted live from the Western Development Museum for BricksPO, the ultimate LEGO® fan event in Moose Jaw! Families from across the province packed the museum to explore original LEGO® creations from builders across Western Canada. From sci-fi and medieval displays to celebrity portraits, the creativity was endless. Visitors also took in live Exhibitor Challenges, Brick Talks, and the ever-popular Wacky Races.

Saskatchewan producers will benefit from major enhancements to the AgriStability program for the 2025 program year, aimed at strengthening support amid trade uncertainty and ongoing drought conditions.

Federal, provincial, and territorial agriculture ministers met virtually last week and agreed to increase the compensation rate from 80 per cent to 90 per cent, and doubled the maximum payment cap from $3 million to $6 million per operation.

Saskatchewan Agriculture Minister Daryl Harrison announced the changes yesterday on a farm at Rush Lake.

After months of progress, with a member's vote capping the uncertainty last month, three credit unions have now laid out their foundation for a merger into a single entity. Conexus, Cornerstone, and Synergy Credit Unions have been working on the merger since before the start of the year, and following months of work, they've now decided on a name and a new CEO.

The board of Directors for the new entity have announced that the combined branch will be known as Conexus Credit Union, taking the name from one of the credit unions that is merging together.